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What they do
An Investment or Portfolio Analyst advises individuals and companies about investments. Typically works with a collection of investments called a portfolio, though can also advise clients about individual investments. Studies trends that impact investments and writes reports regarding economic and business changes and activities that affect the value of investments. Can also be involved in the selling of investments, such as stocks. Works mainly in investment firms, though can also be employed in lending institutions, corporate finance departments, banks or insurance companies.
$81,220 / year median in Georgia
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Who we are:
Vident Asset Management is a specialized exposure and solutions provider partnering with clients to help them assess new opportunities and bring their investment ideas to life. Founded in 2013, Vident boasts a unique portfolio of ETFs, serves as a trusted sub-advisor within the ETF industry, specializes in crafting bespoke indexes and models, and supports a robust SMA platform. We traditionally partner with institutional investors, asset managers, and the wealth management firms to Bring Investment Ideas to Life. What you'll do: The Portfolio Analyst is responsible for managing and supporting ETF and mutual fund management. The Portfolio Analyst supports all investment related aspects of fund products including product research, implementation, portfolio construction, trade review, risk management, and performance monitor. The successful candidate will be well versed in trade workflow and portfolio management. The position requires attention to detail and curiosity, seeking to understand and clarify fund investment objectives. The position requires close collaboration and teamwork in a small team setting and across the organization. Support the management of fund portfolios including account set up, daily reconciliation, ETF creation and redemption, portfolio management, custom inkind redemption, and portfolio trading. Understand index data workflow and calculation Enhance and support the product trade workflow and portfolio monitoring functions Monitor index changes and curate buy lists for corporate actions Support client requests ranging from sample portfolio review to client reporting Perform regular reporting for internal and client use Perform tracking difference reporting Work with the fund operation team to help with reconciliation breaks. Participate in presentations and conference calls Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Who you are: You possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance or similar You have 2+ years of experience in the investment management field or related academic study You possess or are working to obtain your CFA Charter Hard-working and eager to learn in a fast-paced, innovative environment Motivated by eagerness to learn about new technology and financial techniques Committed to intellectual integrity, transparency, and openness Able to prioritize and optimize own workload as a function of unexpected events and existing parallel/serial workflows Excellent problem solving, communication, and analytical skills Expert Microsoft Excel user and strong Microsoft Office skills Experience with Bloomberg Port Ability to think independently and creatively approach data analysis and communicate complex ideas clearly Working knowledge of equity markets, portfolio construction, tax optimization and portfolio risk analytics Experience with portfolio optimizers and factor risk models Team player with strong quantitative, analytical, communication, and organizational skills Align with Vident core values of Inspired Collaboration, Honor & Authenticity, Inclusion & Humility, Exceptional Performance and Intellectual Curiosity What we offer: PTO plus 10 paid holidays Flexible Working Benefits Daily Paid Lunch for Onsite Employees Onsite Gym Discount Medical, Dental, Vision EAP and Telehealth with Mental Health Support Short and Long Term DisabilitySIMPLE IRA
with up to 3% MatchBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Mental Health
- Fitness Centers/Gyms
- Health and Wellness Programs